Cardiovascular Technologist - Cottonwood

The Cardiovascular Technologist assists providers in the performance of both diagnostic and interventional procedures within, but not limited to, the cath and electrophysiology labs.Patient Care*Obtains and reviews the requisition for exams and information (procedure requested, special notes/comments, and patient condition).*Reviews worksheets and patient questionnaires relating to the exam before starting.*Interviews patients before a procedure to obtain patient history/information and documents all relevant information into EMR.*Transfers patient to examination table, assuring that patient is properly clothed/covered.*Demonstrates the ability to place immobilization/supportive devices to obtain patient comfort and precise positioning.*Ensures that lead shields/protective clothing are properly in place and adjusted for staff and providers.*Ensures patient's comfort while obtaining the desired results.*Receives and relays physician orders to RN for placement in patient's electronic medical record (EMR).*Assists in performing procedures (cardiovascular, vascular, electrophysiology, and hybrid).* Utilizes electrophysiology stimulation and pacing equipment.*Performs manual and mechanical hemostasis.*Demonstrates the ability to utilize closure devices.*Demonstrates the ability to identify cardiac rhythms.*Participates in the physiological monitoring of patients.*Provides support for patients/families by communicating the need for referrals (i.e., social services, case manager, etc.).*Provides and documents education to patients/families and the healthcare team.*Documents in EMR and communicates to the health care team the patient's interventions, responses, and status changes.Compliance/Safety*Responsible for reporting any safety-related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety-related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner.*Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employee's area of responsibility.*If required for the position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates.*Completes all company mandatory modules and required job-specific training in the specified time frame.* Archives images according to protocols.EducationGraduation from an accredited program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology or Electrophysiology with an Associate’s Degree - RequiredCertification & LicensuresHas one of the following:*Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification*Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) certification*International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS) certification.ExperienceTwo years Cath lab experience preferred, but will consider recently certified graduates on a case-by-case basis - RequiredCALL REQUIRED:Yes

Created: 2025-11-06